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When Would You Notice an IBM i Security Breach?
By Robin Tatam on Fri, 08/03/2018
Data breaches are often born out of poor configuration and user indifference. They thrive on a lack of visibility. Ignore the warnings provided by your system at your peril!
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A SIEM that Speaks IBM i
Tue, 07/03/2018
Organizations of all sizes can benefit from capturing, logging, and responding to security events in real time, but one important operating system is often overlooked: IBM i .
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Are Employees Undermining Your Data Breach Defenses from the Inside?
Fri, 06/29/2018
The latest Verizon Data Breach Report provides a deeper understanding of the internal threats today's organizations face.
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Exit Points and Why Menu Security Isn’t Enough
By Robin Tatam on Wed, 05/30/2018
How do interfaces like FTP side-step IBM i menu security and give users uncontrolled data access through exit points? Robin Tatam explains in this short video.
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How Spectre and Meltdown Affect Power Systems Servers
Thu, 02/08/2018
The Spectre and Meltdown vulnerabilities do affect Power Systems servers. Fortra security expert explains what we know so far and how you can stay up-to-date on patches released by IBM.
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When Security Becomes a DevOps Blind Spot
By Bob Erdman on Mon, 02/05/2018
One question is often left unasked in DevOps strategy meetings: what about security?
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NIST’s Surprising New Password Recommendation
By Robin Tatam on Fri, 01/05/2018
For a computer user, few things are more annoying than the requirement to use a password to access servers, applications, and websites. Find out how NIST's new recommendations are making passwords easier to create and maintain.
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Hidden Dangers of the Lesser-Known IBM i Special Authorities
Fri, 01/05/2018
Everyone’s aware of the dangers of *ALLOBJ, *SECADM, and *SPLCTL special authorities. But what about the rest? Fortra security expert explains the issues you should be aware of when assigning the other special authorities.
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Could Ransomware Like WannaCry Hit IBM i?
By Robin Tatam on Thu, 01/04/2018
Security expert Robin Tatam explains how WannaCry and similar ransomware can affect the unique IBM i operating system.
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Could IBM i Have Been Part of the Equifax Breach?
Tue, 11/28/2017
If IBM i was part of the Equifax data breach, what could that organization have done to protect their data? Fortra security expert has some ideas.
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Faster and Easier IBM i Password Resets
By Robin Tatam on Wed, 11/08/2017
Security expert Robin Tatam explains an easy way to spend less time and resources on resetting IBM i passwords.
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How to Automate Security Policy Enforcement
By Robin Tatam on Wed, 10/18/2017
In this quick video, security expert Robin Tatam explains how automating your security policy management is an easy way to keep tabs on your security configuration.
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How to Get Started with NIST 800-171 Compliance
By Kevin Jackson on Fri, 09/22/2017
Are you ready to report your NIST 800-171 compliance status by the end of the year? If you do business with the federal government, you need to comply with SP NIST 800-171 by the end of the year. Now is the time to implement your compliance plan.
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Using Field Procedures for IBM i Encryption
By Robin Tatam on Fri, 09/15/2017
Robin Tatam has fielded quite a few questions about how to encrypt IBM i data. In this quick video, he outlines your options and explains field procedures (FieldProcs).
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10 Essential Tips for Securing FTP and SFTP Servers
Mon, 05/01/2017
Most organizations use FTP or SFTP servers to exchange files and other critical business documents with their trading partners. Unfortunately, these servers have become a primary target for hackers. Learn SFTP security best practices in this blog and webinar.
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Build or Buy: Multi-Factor Authentication Software for IBM i
By Robin Tatam on Mon, 04/24/2017
PCI’s MFA requirements now apply to IBM i. You have two choices: purchase MFA software that’s designed for IBM i or write your own program to link your existing MFA solution to IBM i. What's the best option for your organization?
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How Exit Programs Make the Greatest Impact on IBM i Security
By Robin Tatam on Tue, 03/28/2017
What do exit points have to do with cybersecurity? How do exit programs work? Robin Tatam provides a clear explanation in this video.
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eBay Breach Highlights the Value of Monitoring Security-Related Events
By Robin Tatam on Fri, 03/24/2017
The importance of monitoring your computer system and personal information simply cannot be overstated. In today's online environment, hackers hungry for users' account information and other sensitive details seem to be lurking around every corner. To keep these attackers at bay, companies must always have an eye on system and account activity, and be able to react quickly should anything...